Easy Baked Rice with mushrooms is the perfect side dish to so many of your dinners. Pop it in the oven while you are fixing your main dish and the rice will be ready when you are. Finding a dish that the whole family loves can be a difficult task at times. I love rice, …
This easy Cavatini recipe is a family favorite. It’s chock full of pasta, sauce, meat and veggies for a hearty, comforting meal.
So many of us are busy and don’t really have the time to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. We want to make sure we feed our family a healthy meal though, so what do we do? This quinoa and sausage stuffed zucchini meal will not take you a lot of time in …
Dooby dooby doo bah! It’s Agent P! My son is obsessed with the Phineas and Ferb TV show (why did they ever cancel that?), so of course, we had to make an Agent P craft. Honestly, this is his favorite craft so far. It’s been about a week since we’ve made them, and he still …
In anticipation of the new Star Wars movie coming out in a couple of months, we decided to do a craft featuring our favorite Star Wars character: Yoda! This paper bag Yoda puppet is easy to make, and it’s definitely lots of fun to play with. Make one with your young Jedi today! My son …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BackYourSnack #CollectiveBias Busy moms know that tasty and quick snacks are a lifesaver on those hectic afternoons between school and dinner. One of our favorite after school snacks is potato skins, and our snack hack to make them …
I don’t know what it is about fall, but I crave warm blankets, hot chocolate and lots of hot, buttery popcorn. 🙂 But popcorn isn’t just fun for eating. It’s fun for playing and learning, too. Popcorn can be used in all sorts of ways for sensory and craft activities as well as cool science …
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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Manwich for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. This zesty meatloaf has all the delicious flavors of your favorite comfort food with a surprising kick. It’s sure to be a hit with your family!
Warm apple cider donuts with a tall glass of milk sounds wonderful on a crisp autumn day, doesn’t it? It’s easier than you think to make them yourself!
Tired of the same old dessert? Want something with a little crunch… a little kick to the tastebuds? This Nestlé® Crunch® dessert dip is your life hack to boredom.
Pumpkins and apples are popular in the fall, but one of my favorite things about the season are the juicy pears! Here are 25 delicious pear recipes for fall that you have to try!
Happy National Teddy Bear Day! Teddy bears are classic toys that provide comfort and soft snuggles to kids of all ages. Here are 10 fun, classic ways to play with teddy bears. If you can, #ShareABear with a child in need.
Make these fun back to school brownies with store bought brownies or your favorite homemade brownies recipe. The kids will love finding these in their lunchboxes! If you’re looking for fun lunchbox treats for your child’s first few days of school, you can’t get much cuter than these back-to-school brownies from our contributor, Christine. My …
This alphabet sensory activity is a fun way to teach kids about deciduous trees in the fall. Members of the Kid Blogger Network are putting together an exciting series of Alphabet Sensory Activities. Now that September’s here, I just can’t help myself. I’m full-throttle into fall activities! Our letter is the letter ‘D’, and the …
There’s no better way to warm up in the fall and winter months than with a steaming cup of hot chocolate. Here are some of the most delicious hot chocolate recipes I’ve found. Enjoy!
Maple Cinnamon Bars are the perfect fall cookie. When I think about maple, I think about leaves changing colors, a long trip through the countryside in Vermont and a picnic in the woods. The scent of cinnamon reminds me of apple cider and baking.
This dinosaur bento lunch is sure to be a big hit with your kids. With cheese, veggies and fruit, it’s a healthy and fun option for a lunch or snack.
When your children are ready to start school, especially if it’s preschool, you’re both going to be nervous. Starting school represents a huge milestone for your kids and it’s natural to want to be as prepared as possible. Here are a few tips for dealing with the first day of school jitters… That goes for …
Looking for a lunch idea that’s not a sandwich? These cheesy, crunchy apple cheddar quesadillas are just the ticket!
Here in Virginia, the kids are headed back to school. Even though my kiddo doesn’t start preschool until the second week of September, I’m already working on ways to make his special day a big event. Here are some easy (and fun!) ways that you can celebrate the first day of school.
This pumpkin latte Starbucks copycat is the perfect fall drink for chilly evenings.
4 Cheese Pepperoni Pizza Bites are the perfect after school or family night treat. Kids are always hungry and as busy Moms we all get tired of hearing, “Mom, I am hungry! What’s to eat?”
We’re super excited about the kiddo going to preschool this year, and I’ve been looking for ways to make the first day of school special. These cookies made by one of our contributors are the perfect solution! Whip up a batch of these ABC Cookies to surprise your kids on their first day of school.